Broadcast/Telecommunication Engineer 2

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Work type:Classified Staff
Location:Eugene, OR
Categories:Athletics, Communications/Public Relations/Marketing, Journalism/Communication

Department: Intercollegiate Athletics
Classification: Broadcast/Tele Engineer 2
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: $21.58 – $32.94 per hour
FTE: 1.0

Review of Applications Begins

Position closes November 6, 2022

Special Instructions to Applicants

To ensure consideration, please upload the following with your online application:

• Current resume, which includes dates of employment and clearly highlights the experience that meets the minimum required and preferred qualifications.

Department Summary

The University of Oregon Intercollegiate Athletic Department’s primary purpose is to provide a unique opportunity for student-athletes to be developed, tested, and encouraged to reach their maximum potential in every aspect of their lives. It is the steadfast goal of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics to provide the most outstanding student-athlete experience by helping them to achieve excellence, both in the classroom and in their chosen sport. The department has approximately 250 administrative & classified employees, hosts over 600,000 spectators annually, and represents the University of Oregon in athletic competition with other universities & colleges.

Position Summary

The Broadcast Engineer position is responsible for the maintenance and operations of the production control room technology. We are looking for someone that will take a hands-on approach in collaborating directly with the production and editorial staff while serving as the EIC “Engineer in Charge”. You will be the first line of support for any technical issues during events while working effectively to ensure a smooth production.

If you love sports, enjoy talking with people, and are highly motivated, this role is your chance to improve your craft. This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of a growing and exciting organization that values your initiative, creativity, and dedication. Due to the nature of our business, work hours include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Working Environment:
• Heavy lifting overhead, ascending, and descending stairs.
• Heights utilizing ladders, scaffolds, scissor lifts, and other above-ground locations.
• Prolonged physical labor, walking, bending, climbing, and stooping.
• Pulling and installing wiring.
• Working on small components.
• Use of hand and power tools.

Minimum Requirements

• Four years of experience in the installation, maintenance, and operation of radio and television broadcast regional-field and studio equipment.

An Associate’s degree in Electronic Technology from a recognized school may be substituted for two years of the required experience.

Professional Competencies

• Interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with non-technical end users.
• Knowledge/ability to apply terminations/connectors to various types of network cables such as coaxial, twisted pair, and optical fiber cables that carry SDI video, AES and analog audio, RF, Fiber, and IP signals.
• Understanding of file-based multimedia technologies and video edit systems.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly communicate the status of problems, provide updates to progress on projects, and offer solutions to technical issues.
• Familiarity with the following broadcast standards: SMPTE 2110, AES67, MXF, MPEG 2, MPEG 4, RS-422, RS-232, and Fiber.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five years of experience in broadcast television or athletic venue video production.
• Documentation skills including creating and maintaining a library of technical drawings and the ability to create and follow SOPs.
• Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in Broadcast or Computer Science or equivalent experience in the field.
• Professional network and broadcast certifications.
• CCENT, Network+ or higher. SBE certifications.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite.
• Professional operating experience with video switchers, audio consoles, replay, and graphics machines.
• Specific experience with Video Switchers, Replay Systems, Broadcast routing, and Graphic and Video playout systems.

FLSA Exempt: No

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background inquiry.

This is a classified position represented by the SEIU Local 503, Oregon Public Employees Union.

University of Oregon students and employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19. For additional information see: https://hr.uoregon.edu/uo-covid-19-vaccination-requirement-employee-process .

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit http://hr.uoregon.edu/careers/about-benefits .

The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply, and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at [email protected] or 541-346-5112.

UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, Office of Civil Rights Compliance, or to the Office for Civil Rights. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed on the statement of non-discrimination .

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Advertised:Oct 21, 2022 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close:Nov 6, 2022 Pacific Standard Time